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Best Braces Dentists in Merritt Island, FL (2026)

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The short answer

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    Best overall for braces: Dania M. Sosa, D.D.S., ranked #1 of 45 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

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45 Merritt Island clinics list braces and are ranked here by service score. 3 open after 6pm. None list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. Google ratings are not yet collected for these clinics.

Top 10 braces dentists in Merritt Island at a glance

Top 10 braces dentists in Merritt Island at a glance
RankClinicService score
1Dania M. Sosa, D.D.S.73
2Merritt Island Dental73
3Ocean Breeze Dental73
4Coastal dentistry67
5Conforti Rick DDS67
6Dorsey Michelle M DDS67
7Dr. Charles Church67
8Dr. Mario Caballero67
9Dr. Romia Goff67
10Dr. Sweta Gunnell67

The 45 best braces dentists in Merritt Island, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  1. Ranked #1 for braces in Merritt Island

    #1 Dania M. Sosa, D.D.S.

    780 E Merritt Island Causeway #6c, Merritt Island, FL 32952, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #1 for braces in Merritt Island on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Dania M. Sosa, D.D.S.Full profile(321) 633-7672

  3. #3 Ocean Breeze Dental

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for braces in Merritt Island on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Ocean Breeze DentalFull profile
    In their words

    Drs. Jason Wetmore DMD, and Mariana Al Nasser DMD, invite you and your family to experience the highest quality dental care, utilizing the most advanced and up to date techniques in a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere. The doctors pride themselves in caring for the patients’ needs first and foremost. Whether you have a dental emergency, need a tooth extracted, a white filling, porcelain crown, dental implant, root canal, or a denture, we are the office to call home. Dr.

    From Ocean Breeze Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  17. #17 National Dental Care, Barangaroo

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #17 for braces in Merritt Island on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at National Dental Care, BarangarooFull profile
    In their words

    Part of the National Dental Care Group, National Dental Care Barangaroo is located in the beautiful Barangaroo precinct of Sydney, with parking available at Barangaroo Reserve. As Barangaroo sets the benchmark for design and sustainability, our practice's goal is to provide state of the art dental technology and services, bringing a fresh energy to the patient experience.

    From National Dental Care, Barangaroo's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  20. #20 Timothy J. Morris, DDS

    775 E Merritt Island Causeway #220, Merritt Island, FL 32952

    47/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #20 for braces in Merritt Island: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 7 AM–5 PM · Fri 7 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Timothy J. Morris, DDSFull profile(321) 453-0696
    In their words

    Dr. Morris regularly attends continuing education courses and training regiments. These courses allow him to treat a variety of complex problems, including patients with temporomandibular joint problems, facial pain and sleep apnea/snoring in a confident and professional manner. Dr. Morris has been treating these complex issues for the last 15 years and has helped thousands of patients live better healthier lives.

    From Timothy J. Morris, DDS's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 Aspen Dental

    800 E Merritt Island Causeway Ste 105, Merritt Island, FL 32952, United States

    43/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for braces in Merritt Island: evening hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–6 PM · Wed 9 AM–7 PM · Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri 8 AM–1 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Aspen DentalFull profile(321) 453-8882
    In their words

    Aspen Dental in Merritt Island,FL offers a wide range of dental services like denture, gum diseases, root canal, crowns and bridges offered by skilled doctors and best lab technicians .To see a dentist near you book online or call during Monday – Friday 6:30am –11:00pm, Saturday 7:00am – 9:00pm, or Sunday 7:00am – 5:30pm EST. As part of our Smile Wide Smile Safe Promise, we are taking proactive steps so that patients, care teams, and communities have a safe, clean care…

    From Aspen Dental's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  23. #23 Florida Prosthodontics

    2180 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #23 for braces in Merritt Island on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Florida ProsthodonticsFull profile(321) 452-3388
    In their words

    Florida Prosthodontics is the industry-leading, dental rehabilitation practice that revitalizes each patient’s smile, health, and happiness. Florida Prosthodontics provides personalized service and quality care in a high-tech, yet warm and inviting environment.

    From Florida Prosthodontics's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  24. #24 Gunnell Josh DMD

    125 E Merritt Island Causeway Suite 127, Merritt Island, FL 32952, United States

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #24 for braces in Merritt Island on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gunnell Josh DMDFull profile(321) 449-9300

  25. #25 Conforti Richard DMD

    195 S Courtenay Pkwy A, Merritt Island, FL 32952

    37/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for braces in Merritt Island on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon 8 AM–5 PM · Tue–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Conforti Richard DMDFull profile(321) 452-8767

All 45 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR Score
26Herbeck Dental37
27Cole Waggener, DDS & Rick Waggener, DDS37
28Coral Family Dentistry37
29Dr. Mark Moffitt, DMD37
30Merritt Island Smiles37
31Dr. Robert A. Matthews37
32Perfect Fit Smiles37
33Merritt Island Center for Dentistry - Dr. Dieter Burr37
34Three Palms Dental37
35Nissen Larry W DDS33
36Amazing Smiles33
37Christie Dental of Merritt Island33
38Dental Partners - Merritt Island33
39Brevard Pediatric Dental Associates33
40Gentle Care Dentistry33
41Kay Sebron E DDS33
42Nicole M Stevens DDS33
43Smile More33
44Dr. Charles Schultz, DMD PA33
45Atlantic Denture Clinic33

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What are braces?

Braces straighten teeth and correct bite problems using brackets bonded to the teeth and a wire that applies steady pressure. Options include metal, ceramic (tooth-coloured) and lingual braces placed behind the teeth. Treatment usually lasts 18–36 months.

Braces: specialist or general dentist?

Orthodontists provide most braces treatment and have 2–3 extra years of training in tooth and jaw alignment. Some general dentists offer braces for simpler cases. Complex bites and jaw growth problems are usually best handled by an orthodontist.

None of Merritt Island's 45 clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data yet. See orthodontists in Merritt Island

How much do braces cost in Merritt Island?

Typical ranges in USD for Merritt Island, FL. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much do braces cost in Merritt Island?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Metal braces$3,250–$7,550DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Ceramic braces$4,300–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Self-ligating braces$3,800–$8,650DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—
Lingual braces$8,650–$13,000DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full braces cost guide for Merritt Island

What to expect from braces

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Braces: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, a fitting visit, then adjustments every 4–8 weeks
Chair timeAbout 1–2 hours to fit; adjustments take 15–30 minutes
RecoverySoreness for a few days after fitting and after adjustments
When to see a specialistMost braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems

How we ranked Merritt Island braces dentists

We scored 45 Merritt Island clinics offering braces on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 9 were excluded (9 duplicate listings). Google ratings are not yet collected, so each score is renormalised over the factors we measured. Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Merritt Island data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingNot yet collected
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumNot yet collected
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Braces in Merritt Island: frequently asked questions

Who is the best braces dentist in Merritt Island?

Dania M. Sosa, D.D.S. ranks #1 of 45 Merritt Island clinics offering braces by DentistsRanked service score. Merritt Island Dental ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an orthodontist on staff.

How much do braces cost in Merritt Island, FL?

Braces in Merritt Island typically costs $3,240–$7,560 USD. By type: metal braces $3,250–$7,550; ceramic braces $4,300–$8,650; self-ligating braces $3,800–$8,650. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for Florida. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Merritt Island do braces?

Yes. None of the 45 Merritt Island clinics offering braces list an orthodontist on staff in our data, so general dentists there typically provide it. Typical reasons to see an orthodontist: most braces cases, and always for jaw growth issues, severe crowding or bite problems.

Are braces covered by insurance or Medicaid in Florida?

Dental plans with orthodontic benefits often cover part of braces for children, commonly up to a lifetime maximum. Adult coverage is less common. Medicaid covers braces for children only when medically necessary. Check your plan.

Do braces hurt?

Getting braces fitted is usually not painful. Most patients feel soreness for a few days afterward and after each adjustment, which over-the-counter pain relief often manages. Brackets can rub the cheeks at first, and orthodontic wax helps.

How many dentists offer braces in Merritt Island?

45 Merritt Island clinics list braces in our data. 0 of them list an orthodontist on staff. Google ratings are on file for none of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Merritt Island

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 49 clinics.
  2. : 9 duplicate listings merged.

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